Spotter
Job Description
PDS Tech Commercial is partnering with a leader in the manufacturing industry to find a safety-focused, dependable, and motivated Spotter. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy coordinating equipment movement, and take pride in maintaining a safe workplace, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while building a rewarding career.
About the RoleAs a Spotter, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe and efficient movement of vehicles, trailers, and equipment throughout the manufacturing facility. Your attention to detail, communication skills, and commitment to safety will help keep operations running smoothly while supporting productivity across the site.
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (required OT on Saturdays)
Employment Type: Full-Time | Long-Term role with Direct-Hire Potential
Safely direct vehicles, trailers, and equipment throughout the facility and yard.
Monitor site activities to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with all safety regulations.
Assist with the movement, positioning, and coordination of trailers and equipment.
Support daily operational workflows and help resolve logistical challenges.
Communicate effectively with drivers, operators, and team members to maintain efficient operations.
Mentor and provide guidance to junior or less experienced spotters.
Work independently on routine assignments while escalating critical decisions when needed.
Demonstrate leadership, strong situational awareness, and sound judgment in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Previous experience in spotting, yard operations, manufacturing, logistics, or a similar industrial environment preferred.
Strong understanding of workplace safety procedures and OSHA-compliant practices.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to remain alert and maintain situational awareness in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally with assistance.
Comfortable standing, walking, bending, reaching, squatting, twisting, and climbing during 8-12 hour shifts (indoor and outdoor, no climate control).
Willingness to work around loud machinery, moving equipment, temperature changes, and industrial environments.
Commitment to wearing all required PPE, including steel-toe boots, gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, and a hard hat.
Experience operating in manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or transportation environments.
Forklift and/or yard truck certification.
Experience mentoring or training team members.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to make informed operational decisions.
At PDS Tech Commercial, we connect talented professionals with industry-leading companies where they can build lasting careers. We believe our employees are the driving force behind every successful operation.
When you join our team, you'll enjoy:
Competitive pay
Weekly pay
Opportunities for overtime
Career growth with an industry-leading manufacturing partner
A strong safety-first culture
Hands-on work in a collaborative team environment
Access to comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plan options for eligible employees
Ongoing support from dedicated recruiting professionals throughout your assignment
If you're dependable, safety-minded, and ready to play a vital role in keeping manufacturing operations moving efficiently, we want to hear from you!
Apply today and take the next step in your career with PDS Tech Commercial. Join a team where safety, teamwork, and operational excellence drive success every day!
Pay Details: $16.00 per hour
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
